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  • Today is the 90th Birthday of the De La Warr Pavilion, in Bexhill-on-Sea. Image: Sara Bowrey (provided by The National Lottery Heritage Fund).

    De La Warr Pavilion awarded £7.6 million from lottery

    Landmark restoration boost from The National Lottery Heritage Fund One of Sussex’s most famous landmark, The De La Warr Pavilion in Bexhill, is today celebrating...4 min

    3 months ago3 months ago
  • Theatre Royal Plymouth. Image: Breaktime News.

    Funding drive to launch new youth theatre company

    Theatre Royal Plymouth campaign to launch outreach programme While theatre-goers gear up for a jam-packed season of feel-good Christmas shows, the team at TRP are...2 min

    3 months ago3 months ago
  • The National Trust has launched an appeal to help the charity secure the Giant's 'Lair'. Image: James Beck / National Trust Images.

    Cerne Abbas Giant appeal: goal to create significant nature appeal

    Appeal launch to raise £300,000+ to help fund the purchase and care of land An instantly recognisable precious corner of Dorset’s countryside is the focus...5 min

    3 months ago4 months ago
  • We reported on the campaign’s autumn launch which saw dozens of people in a series of striking portraits which told their powerful stories of resilience, strength and hope. Image: Matt Round.

    Shining a light on those who quietly show courage

    Everyday Bravery Campaign enters high gear A campaign highlighting extraordinary people is now entering its closing weeks for nominations. Organisers say it’s an opportunity to...2 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Kents Cavern celebrates success at both the regional Devon Tourism Awards and the national Group Travel World Awards. From left to right: James Hull, (former) General Manager; Chloe Porter, F&B Manager and Elliot Ling, Operations Manager.

    Celebrations following national awards for prehistoric attraction

    ‘Incredible recognition for the whole team at Kents Cavern’ One of Devon’s top visitor attractions is celebrating today having won multiple awards at two prestigious...2 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Dressing the World's Tallest Bedding Christmas Tree at Cragside. Image: © Callum Thompson / National Trust Images.

    UK Christmas Tree sets Guinness World Record

    Cragside’s Giant Redwood named as World’s Tallest Bedded Christmas Tree A mighty decorated Giant Redwood at National Trust’s Cragside in Northumberland is in the Guinness...4 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Bank and Canary Wharf highlighting central London's leading financial districts with its’ famous skyscrapers. Image: ZG Photography / Shutterstock.

    South West ‘startup talent’ head to London

    ‘Demonstrating the scale of ambition and achievement across our region’ It’s an event which sees tech companies from across the south west head to the...2 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Harry Glasson and The Clams perform 'Cornwall My Home.' Image provided by ShelterBox.

    Hundreds attend festive charity carol concert

    ‘What happens when a community comes together’ ShelterBox’s annual carol concert saw hundreds of people brave the cold weather as they headed to Truro Cathedral...2 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • 'Being chosen out of the hundreds nominated is such an honour,’ says Devon textile artist Chloe Morter. Image: © Russell Sach.

    Gifted artisan recognised in Country Living magazine

    Talented East Devon textile artist named one of Top 40 Artisans in the country Honiton based textile artist Chloe Morter is celebrating following her nomination...2 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Caught in the middle: how Britain prepared itself in the Cold War. Image: natatravel / Shutterstock.

    The Cold War: Caught in the middle

    How Britain prepared a civil defence response It’s the stuff of nightmares. Tsar Bomba is the largest man-made explosion to date. It was tested at...6 min

    4 months ago3 days ago
  • ‘The band and I really wanted to do something to raise awareness and contribute – given our connection to Jamaica and the music we play,’ says Kizamba's lead singer, Kat Carr. Image: Abi Hutchinson (provided by Kizamba)

    Kizamba: fundraising concert for ShelterBox

    ‘Rebuilding after a storm like this takes time, money, and help’ The devastating recent impact of Hurricane Melissa, one of the most powerful storms to...5 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Image: Australian Camera / Shutterstock.

    SW mineral reserves: national engine for industrial renewal?

    Major regional projects highlighted in government report A newly published government report is identifying Devon, Cornwall and Somerset as strategically important areas for the country’s...2 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • An immersive habitat recreating the tropics of Asia and Africa is now at Bristol Zoo Project. Image: Runawayphill / Shutterstock.

    Bringing the tropics of Asia and Africa to Bristol

    An immersive habitat recreating humid climates for conservation of species The humid climates of Asia and Africa is being recreated in a new habitat at...3 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Sun, sea and sand: The magic ingredients for surfing. Image: Nina F / Shutterstock.

    Surfs Up! Exhibition captures seaside memories

    ‘I find comfort in these grainy images’ Do you remember amazing ventures in the surf? Or, perhaps, you can fondly recollect those ‘salad days’ of...3 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Karen and Dave Meadows' are celebrating following the news that their business, PUSHED, is named as one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring small businesses for 2025 by the Small Business Saturday campaign. Image: Poppy Jakes Photography.

    Husband and wife team tops chart for most inspiring business

    Animation company PUSHED named in UK top 100 A Plymouth company is celebrating today having been named as one of the UK’s 100 most inspiring...3 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • ‘We know puffins are facing challenges globally, from climate change to shifting food sources,’ explains Sophia Jackson, Farne Islands Area Ranger. Image: © Mick Jones / National Trust Images.

    Mixed fortunes for Farne Islands’ seabirds

    Survey follows severe impact caused by Avian Influenza Ornithologists will be carefully pouring through the results of the annual bird counts on the Farne Islands...5 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Local printmaker and ecologist, Layla Ousley, will show how art can be inspired by the beauty of the sea and its rich coastal wildlife. Image provided by Katie Wild Content.

    What’s On West: Falmouth’s Festive workshops

    Perfect treat for old and young alike! With the Christmas holidays coming up and long dark evenings drawing in, are you thinking about what to...3 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • The Tree of Hope being planted by volunteers from Greener Greenham: Helen Beard, Catherine Prior and Alison Blackborow. Image: Trevor Ray Hart / National Trust Images.

    First of The Sycamore Gap saplings are planted!

    ‘They’ll become a source of inspiration, a place to reflect, a home for nature’ The first of the 49 Sycamore Gap tree saplings are settling...4 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • The Tech South West Awards 2025 were held earlier this week at Sandy Park in Exeter. Image: GRW Photography.

    The Techs’ Best in The South West

    ‘These awards shine a spotlight on the exceptional talent’ It was a glittering night of celebrations for the hard work of companies across the south...5 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • The teams from Devon & Somerset Fire Rescue Service which successfully extinguished the blaze at the Torrington site. Image: Steve Hadley, Managing Director of Coastal Recycling.

    Battery waste warning following blaze

    Coastal Recycling raising awareness of battery disposal risks The dangers of throwing batteries into your waste are being highlighted by a waste management team following...2 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Image: Tom Mason (provided by Devon Wildlife Trust).

    The return of wildcats in the south west?

    Aim to secure the future of UK’s most critically endangered mammal The south west could support the reintroduction of European wildcats after more than a...5 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Dick Whittington is at The Theatre Royal Plymouth from Friday 12 December. Image: Steve Haywood.

    Shane Richie is back at TRP for panto season!

    ‘Dick Whittington will be packed with laughter, adventure and festive sparkle’ Fans of pantomime are gearing up for this year’s production of Dick Whittington at...3 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • Surveying a restored area of peatland on the Migneint plateau. Image: Paul Harris / National Trust Images.

    Using nature to help tackle the threats of flooding

    Three year partnership announced to focus on natural flood prevention A total of £600,000 is being invested in flood prevention work in three upland areas...7 min

    4 months ago4 months ago
  • ShelterBox alongside its local partners supported families with emergency shelter plus essential items, such as solar lights and kitchen sets. Image provided by ShelterBox.

    ShelterBox launches urgent Christmas fundraising appeal

    ‘My mother hugged me tightly to keep me safe.’ An international charity is today sharing the true stories of the people its teams help on...4 min

    4 months ago4 months ago

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